materializes

verb

Definition of materializesnext
present tense third-person singular of materialize
1
as in begins
to come into existence the business speculator promised profits that never seemed to materialize

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2
as in appears
to come into view the train station materialized through the fog

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3
as in arises
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly an unforeseen problem with this project seems to have materialized

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4
as in embodies
to represent in visible form a statue of a grieving woman that seems to materialize the very concept of grief

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for materializes
  1. begins
  2. appears
  3. arises
  4. embodies
  5. starts
  6. unfolds
  7. emerges
  8. shows
Verb
  • During his journey, meanwhile, Ellen begins to suffer, possessed with Orlok’s presence.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This second release in the Elements series focuses on where the magic truly begins—the fermentation—dialing up the fermenting period to nearly five full days, twice its normal length.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of begins
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  • The key to the show’s appeal is Rosenthal’s interviewing style, which keeps him present in the conversation rather than gesturing toward its eventual audience; in other words, his interest appears genuine rather than performative.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • However, the protection this unit gives appears to have been defeated as the Ukrainian Air Force reports that increasing numbers of Shaheds are being downed by electronic warfare, or redirected back to Russia.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of appears
Verb
  • Scope out other potential suppliers before any trouble arises and share this information with interested buyers to put their mind at ease.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • To be clear, Alexander-Arnold does still have the license to drift inside when the opportunity arises under Slot.
    Mark Carey, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of arises
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  • Known for her collaborations with Jason Wu and Eileen Fisher, Piazza embodies the ethos of thoughtful creation.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Highlighting their innovative spirit and adaptability, this global initiative features five creatives whose work embodies the fusion of art, function, and technology, and staying on task with MOFT accessories.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of embodies
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  • Work on the new store starts after Arsenal’s visit on January 4.
    Andy Naylor, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Kassandra starts a little shy while meeting new coworkers, who wouldn’t be a little shy on their first day?
    Rob Gagnon, Hartford Courant, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of starts
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  • Yet as the story unfolds, Scrooge himself learns the profound value of a pause through his transformative journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • While in 2025 the foundations for the agentic web will be laid out, many variables will impact how this upcoming year unfolds.
    Cloris Chen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of unfolds
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  • This outburst ejects powerful jets, seen as filaments shooting out from the binary system, forming loops and trails as the plasma emerges in streamers.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Landscape of ghost gun laws emerges No federal laws ban 3D-printed or privately made firearms.
    Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of emerges
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  • For instance, a 2018 study published in Archives of Sexual Behavior shows a 30% orgasm gap between men and women.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Research published in August in BMC Ecology and Evolution now shows that rainfall also affects the developing baby turtle.
    Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of shows
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